How will the New England Patriots fill their coaching vacancies on the offensive side of the ball?
That is the organization’s biggest question following the departure of now Las Vegas Raiders head coach Josh McDaniels, New England’s longtime offensive coordinator. McDaniels, however, compounded his exit by poaching ex-Patriots quarterbacks coach Bo Hardegree, offensive line coach Carmen Bricillo and receivers coach Mick Lombardi. Longtime running backs coach Ivan Fears reportedly is expected to retire, as well.
It’s prompted many to think about what the team will do entering the 2022 season. Longtime offensive line coach Dante Scarnecchia offered his insights during an interview with The Athletic’s Jeff Howe and seemed to share his belief that tight ends coach Nick Caley could fit as New England’s play caller.